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  Indy: Sunday Results Indianapolis, IN (September 1, 2024) 
For the third time in the last four years and the fourth time in her last five appearances, Brittany Force will start the world’s most prestigious drag race from the No. 1 qualifying position in her Chevrolet Accessories Top Fuel dragster. Trying to nail down a starting spot in the upcoming NHRA playoffs, the 38-year-old daughter of motorsports icon John Force will oppose Shawn Langdon, the surprise No. 16 qualifier, in Monday’s opening round of the 70th annual U.S. Nationals, the final event in the regular season. Although her 3.693 second best was .053 off the Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park record she set two years ago, it was good enough to make her No. 1 for the 48th time in her 12-year pro career. Her challenge Monday will be to take her David Grubnic-and-John Collins-tuned Chevy dragster a step further than in 2021 and 2022 when it came up short in final round losses to Steve Torrence and Antron Brown, respectively. “We need to go rounds tomorrow,” said the two-time World Champion. “We’ve had a pretty consistent few days of qualifying. We were looking for bonus points today (after earning 11 in the first three sessions), didn’t get them, but tomorrow is a new day. We’re going to start over and focus one round at a time. Like I’ve been saying all weekend long, we need to go rounds to stay in the hunt (for another championship). “It’s been kind of a roller coaster in our pits with emotion, especially with David Grubnic,” said the NHRA national record holder. “He’s very expressive and you either know he’s in a great mood and he’s happy – or he’s not. But, coming back from that last run (a so-so 3.852), even though we were looking to run better and didn’t get any (bonus) points, he was excited. He said, ‘well, we have Shawn Langdon so let’s freaking figure this out.’ He was actually in a really good place, better than I’ve seen him all weekend.” Points leader and reigning world champion Doug Kalitta did not qualify, going 3.793 during the final qualifying session. His teammate, Langdon, bumped him out on the next pass, going 3.784 to go to 16th. He'll take on Force in the opening round, while Kalitta won't qualify for the first time since 2010, an incredible span of 301 races. Tony Stewart qualified in the second spot with his 3.707 at 331.04 and T.J. Zizzo is third with a 3.716 at 332.67. Austin Prock easily held on to the No. 1 spot, as Saturday's stellar pass of 3.855 at 328.38 in his 11,000-horsepower Cornwell Tools Chevrolet Camaro SS handed the points leader a remarkable 10th No. 1 qualifier this season. It's been nothing short of a spectacular season for Prock in his rookie season in the category and this was another major moment for the young standout who earned his first career U.S. Nationals No. 1 qualifier. Prock will try to turn that into his first U.S. Nationals victory on Monday, where he will open eliminations against Chris King. "It's pretty cool, I didn't even think about it until today and not very many people get to qualify No. 1 here at the U.S. Nationals. It's our biggest race of the year, and I'm definitely proud of this team," Prock said. "They all work really hard and deserve results like this. I was proud to be able to get the car down the track in a nice, neat fashion all five runs, and I'm looking forward to tomorrow. "Earlier this week I got a new attitude, and I've just been having fun. When you get punched in the face like I did (in Brainerd), that'll change a man. I got a new attitude and it's been working so far. I'm having fun and can't wait for tomorrow. It's going to be a great show for the fans, and that's how the U.S. Nationals should be." Tasca took the second spot with a 3.871 at 336.23 Jack Beckman, the only active JFR driver who has won “The Big Go,” will start from No. 3 Monday in the PEAK Antifreeze and Coolant Chevy Camaro he is driving on behalf of the team’s namesake, who continues to rehab after suffering a TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) in a June 23 crash in Richmond, Va. He will face Chad Green in round one. “It’s one race at a time, one round at a time,” Beckman said. “I’m getting comfortable in this PEAK Chevy. We have a car I know can win races; I just have to do my job. You have some tough cars out there. Austin has been the class of the field. Bob Tasca III has figured his stuff out. Ron Capps doubled (back-to-back Indy wins the last two years) and they’re back again. (Matt) Hagan is Hagan. There are so many great cars. Honestly, it’s just humbling to be back out here. “But, it’s Indy and I don’t need any extra incentive to win. I know I’m driving for a team and driving a car that absolutely can win on Monday,” added Beckman. Pro Stock's Greg Anderson and Pro Stock Motorcycle's Gaige Herrera also qualified No. 1 at Indianapolis Raceway Park on Sunday. For a third straight day, Anderson stayed atop the Pro Stock field and for the third straight day, the veteran improved on his performance, going 6.575 at 207.88 in his HendrickCars.com Chevrolet Camaro. Weather conditions should allow for Anderson to improve again on Monday during eliminations, where the five-time world champion will have a chance to win The Big Go for the eighth time. He'll open raceday against Camrie Caruso, looking for his third win of 2024. It's already been a rewarding weekend for the veteran, making the quickest run in all five qualifying sessions, but success on Monday is the biggest thing and Anderson feels confident his team is on track. "The big day is Monday but it's been near perfection for three days straight and that's a helluva confidence builder," Anderson said. "It certainly makes me feel good, the car feels great, engine is running great, crew is right on point making decisions. Hopefully, we can make that go for four more runs tomorrow and make some magic here at Indy. I feel great, a lot of confidence in the group, the team, and that helps as a driver and makes you get up on the wheel as a driver. "I need to get it done. That's not just me, it's the entire race team. We need to race error free, like we qualified and get the job done, win the race. I've got the horse, I need to ride that sucker to the finish line and ride it proud. That's what I plan on doing tomorrow. I love racing here at Indy. It would be tough to find a more special race than when I won my 100th race here. You never know when you're going to get another one. The very next one I get, if I can get another one, will be the best one I ever had." Defending world champion Erica Enders remained in second with a 6.592 at 207.11, while Jeg Coughlin Jr. took third with a 6.598 at 207.50. After two days of strong performances from Matt Smith Racing, Pro Stock Motorcycle points leader Gaige Herrera had his day on Sunday, picking up the No. 1 qualifier with a standout run of 6.809 at 197.71 on his RevZilla/Mission Foods/Vance & Hines. It was a strong weekend turnaround for the defending world champion, who picks up his fifth No. 1 qualifier of the season with the impressive run. He'll open eliminations against Wesley Wells, trying to pick up his first victory at the world's biggest drag race. It's one of the few events Herrera didn't win a year ago and he'll get a chance for redemption on Monday. "It's good to get the No. 1 spot for Vance & Hines. This is big for us," Herrera said. "I was happy to run 6.80 and I've got to credit Mother Nature because the [cool weather] helped us. I just didn't think it would be good enough to stick. I was surprised that it did. It should be even cooler tomorrow, so I think you'll see some 6.70s for sure. "We tested here a couple of weeks ago and it helped quite a bit. The air was close to what we had this morning, so we got good data. We're in a good spot for Monday. That goes for me and Richard [Gadson], Kelly [Clontz], and Geno [Scali]. I think we'll also do well tomorrow." Matt Smith took the second spot with a 6.816 at 196.90 and John Hall qualified third after going 6.830 at 198.76. Eliminations for the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals begin at 10 a.m. ET on Sunday at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. Indy Sunday Results
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TOP FUEL
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Psn---Num-Driver, Home Town, Car Type---------------Qual-ET--Qual-Spd-Top Spd
1 7 Brittany Force, Yorba Linda CA, JFR-JFR 3.693 333.08 334.32
2 14 Tony Stewart, Columbus IN, PBRC-DSM 3.707 331.04 331.04
3 317 T.J. Zizzo, Lincolnshire IL, DSR-TFX 3.716 332.67 332.67
4 6 Antron Brown, Pittsboro IN, PBRC-DSM 3.723 331.94 331.94
5 144 Tripp Tatum, Danville IN, MLR-AJPE 3.729 328.54 328.54
6 2 Steve Torrence, Kilgore TX, MLR-TFX 3.736 332.84 332.84
7 4 Justin Ashley, Farmingdale NY, PBRC-DSM 3.738 332.84 332.84
8 9 Tony Schumacher, Lakeway TX, DSM-DSM 3.739 326.32 326.32
9 716 Shawn Reed, Defiance MO, MLR-AJPE 3.755 325.53 326.63
10 182 Dan Mercier, St-Michel PQ, DSR-AJPE 3.763 319.75 319.75
11 474 Billy Torrence, Kilgore TX, MLR-AJPE 3.764 332.34 332.34
12 77 Josh Hart, Ocala FL, MLR-DSM 3.772 326.63 326.63
13 51 Clay Millican, Drummonds TN, DSR-DSR 3.774 331.12 331.12
14 39 Ida Zetterstrom, Avon IN, DSR-DSM 3.776 327.51 327.51
15 1301 Doug Foley, Mooresville NC, MLR-AJPE 3.776 313.80 321.27
16 333 Shawn Langdon, Danville IN, PBRC-AJPE 3.784 320.36 320.36
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17 1 Doug Kalitta, Saline MI, Bounty Hunter-AJPE 3.793 329.10 329.10
18 616 Jasmine Salinas, Brownsburg IN, MLR-AJPE 3.814 317.64 317.64
19 725 Krista Baldwin, Pittsboro IN, Bounty Hunter-TFX 3.863 285.29 285.29
20 222 Lex Joon, Indianapolis IN, McKinney-AJPE 3.927 313.95 313.95
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FUNNY CAR
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1 374 Austin Prock, Brownsburg IN, '23 Camaro 3.855 328.38 328.46
2 3 Bob Tasca III, Cranston RI, '23 Mustang 3.871 336.23 336.23
3 7 Jack Beckman, Yorba Linda CA, '23 Camaro 3.877 329.10 329.10
4 256 Blake Alexander, Charlotte NC, '22 Mustang 3.890 327.82 327.82
5 348 Daniel Wilkerson, Springfield IL, '24 Mustang 3.896 331.28 331.28
6 71 Cruz Pedregon, Brownsburg IN, '22 Charger 3.901 325.53 325.53
7 4 Ron Capps, Carlsbad CA, '23 GR Supra 3.901 313.37 325.92
8 14 Matt Hagan, Christiansburg VA, '24 Charger 3.908 327.66 329.50
9 771 Alexis DeJoria, Austin TX, '24 GR Supra 3.911 323.50 324.05
10 8 J.R. Todd, Jupiter FL, '22 GR Supra 3.918 323.12 325.22
11 116 Paul Lee, Anaheim CA, '20 Charger 3.931 315.49 315.49
12 3095 Bobby Bode, Deer Park IL, '18 Mustang 3.986 292.58 292.58
13 5 Chad Green, Midland TX, '24 Mustang 4.006 311.70 311.70
14 302 Dale Creasy Jr., Beecher IL, '18 Charger 4.008 321.04 321.04
15 10 Buddy Hull, Dallas TX, '24 Charger 4.046 303.30 316.01
16 343 Chris King, Chicago IL, '16 Charger 4.079 302.21 302.21
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17 139 Dave Richards, Wellington FL, '18 Mustang 4.105 297.94 297.94
18 3007 Justin Schriefer, Grant Park IL, '14 Charger 6.801 99.59 99.59
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PRO STOCK
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1 2 Greg Anderson, Mooresville NC, '22 Camaro 6.575 207.88 207.88
2 1 Erica Enders, Houston TX, '24 Camaro 6.592 207.11 207.11
3 25 Jeg Coughlin, Delaware OH, '23 Camaro 6.598 207.50 207.56
4 4 Aaron Stanfield, Bossier City LA, '23 Camaro 6.598 206.70 207.43
5 494 Jerry Tucker, Lindsay OK, '22 Camaro 6.600 207.59 208.10
6 5 Troy Coughlin Jr., Delaware OH, '22 Camaro 6.601 208.07 208.07
7 411M David Cuadra, Leon MX, '19 Camaro 6.602 207.62 207.62
8 10 Cristian Cuadra, Leon MX, '23 Mustang 6.603 207.43 207.43
9 6 Dallas Glenn, Mooresville NC, '22 Camaro 6.609 206.92 206.95
10 400 Mason McGaha, Odessa TX, '22 Camaro 6.616 206.39 206.39
11 406M Fernando Cuadra Jr., Leon MX, '21 Camaro 6.616 205.51 206.92
12 574 Cory Reed, Mooresville NC, '19 Camaro 6.623 206.54 206.54
13 3 Matt Hartford, Phoenix AZ, '16 Camaro 6.623 205.94 206.10
14 193 Eric Latino, Cornelius NC, '22 Camaro 6.624 205.82 206.04
15 68 Sienna Wildgust, Sebringville ON, '22 Camaro 6.625 207.27 207.37
16 14 Camrie Caruso, Denver NC, '22 Camaro 6.628 205.72 206.10
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17 52 Deric Kramer, Parker CO, '20 Camaro 6.640 205.13 205.26
18 4264 Chris McGaha, Odessa TX, '22 Camaro 6.652 207.24 207.24
19 3388 Derrick Reese, Canal Fulton OH, '18 Mustang 6.668 205.07 206.54
20 37 Larry Morgan, Newark OH, '19 Camaro 6.670 206.67 206.67
21 150 Kenny Delco, E. Setauket NY, '20 Camaro 6.705 205.10 205.76
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PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE
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1 1 Gaige Herrera, DeMotte IN, Suzuki Hayabusa 6.809 197.71 197.71
2 4 Matt Smith, King NC, Buell 1190RX 6.816 196.90 199.35
3 1628 John Hall, Hamden CT, Beull 1190RX 6.830 198.76 198.76
4 23 Richard Gadson, Avon IN, Suzuki Hayabusa 6.834 196.64 196.64
5 5 Jianna Evaristo, San Jose CA, Buell 1190RX 6.856 199.29 199.29
6 8 Angie Smith, King NC, Buell 1190RX 6.859 197.94 197.94
7 3 Hector Arana Jr, East Northport NY, EBR 6.864 196.64 197.22
8 9 Chase Van Sant, Pella IA, Suzuki TL 6.887 195.73 195.90
9 17 Chris Bostick, Mount Juliet TN, Suzuki Hayabusa 6.929 193.52 195.34
10 10 Kelly Clontz, Hughesville MD, Suzuki TL 6.935 194.60 196.22
11 6 Steve Johnson, Birmingham AL, Suzuki Hayabusa 6.954 192.55 192.55
12 351 Geno Scali, Lake in the Hills IL, Suzuki 6.998 193.54 193.54
13 3284 Ryan Oehler, Bloomington IL, EBR 7.008 191.59 191.59
14 7 Marc Ingwersen, Findlay OH, EBR 7.012 191.73 191.73
15 1138 Ron Tornow, Pittsburgh PA, Victory 7.058 190.46 190.46
16 371 Wesley Wells, Greenwood IN, Suzuki GSXR 7.326 181.06 181.06
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